About this role
Job summary
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is an innovative, integrated healthcare organisation which continues to develop at pace. We serve a population of over 250,000 in the Rotherham area through impressive modern facilities at Rotherham Hospital, as well as community-based sites and directly in patients homes. We employ 4,300 colleagues providing excellent patient care and with an annual turnover of over £236 million. We are recognised for the high quality of compassionate care we provide for our patients and their families. Whilst there remain challenges ahead, we are well positioned through our programme of transformation and our work with partners to create safe, high quality and affordable integrated healthcare services which are fit for the future needs of our population. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and committed pharmacist who is interested in participating in a clinical diploma, to work within our well-established and friendly medicines management team. With a strong focus on ward based clinical care you will join a well-respected and experienced team, enhancing the care given to our patients. The post will involve weekend working on a rota basis and an out of hours commitment operated from home.
Main duties of the job
The role of the successful candidate will include:
Providing pharmaceutical care to patients from admission to discharge on the wards
Working as a pharmacist in the multi-disciplinary team
Working with other members of the medicines management team
Working within the manufacturing department
Educating patients and their carers on their medicines
Supervision and training of junior members of the pharmacy staff and pharmacy students
On the job learning under the supervision of senior clinical pharmacists and access to a clinical diploma run via The University of Bradford.
If youre looking for a new challenge, are newly qualified/about to qualify, or are just looking for a change we would be interested in talking to you. Please contact: Eleanor Lowey, Lead Pharmacist Education and Training, tel: 01709 428273 ([email protected]).
Please note that this advert may close early if sufficient numbers of applications are received
About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham
As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey ,show progress in areas that matter most to staff. We have seen good results in how colleagues feel about health and wellbeing, alongside increased confidence that employees are recognised and supported
But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making
All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence
Certificates of Sponsorship
Please note that the Trust does not currently offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role. Applications are welcomed from candidates who can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities
Person Specification
Knowledge Essential
To undertake Continuing Professional Development.
Experience Essential
Presenting complex information to groups and individuals.
Qualifications Essential
M.Pharm (2.2 or higher) One Year Foundation Trainee Pharmacist training GPhC registered
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Address The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
S60 2UD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)